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Sterling police release identity in suspicious death investigation

Autopsy performed but no details released

The Sterling Police Department on Tuesday identified the man found dead in his home Friday under suspicious circumstances as 34-year-old Alexis Cano.

The SPD originally reported the man as 33 years old.

Cano's body was discovered in his home in the 500 block of Jackson Street, and investigators were on scene through the night and into the early morning hours Saturday.

Police Chief Tyson Kerr said that an autopsy was performed Monday, and while he did not confirm the death as a homicide, he said investigators are still looking at "all potentials."

"We're letting the evidence guide the results of the investigation," he said.

He said he could not release any other details to protect the integrity of the investigation. However, he did say that whatever the cause of death, it was "not a random incident," and reiterated that there is no indication of a threat to the general public.

The 13th Judicial District Attorney's office is assisting the SPD with the investigation, and Kerr said the police are communicating with any of their partners who can help with the case. He noted that they were conducting "lots of interviews," and investigating thoroughly.

Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact the Sterling Police Department at 970-522-3512 or Crime Stoppers at 970-522-EYES (3937).

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